Potala Palace

17th century1645China (Tibet)

CountryChina (Tibet)

RegionLhasa

Period17th century

Year Built1645

About Potala Palace

The winter palace of the Dalai Lamas. Rises 117 m on Marpo Ri hill. Contains over 1,000 rooms. The Red Palace contains the tomb of the 5th Dalai Lama, decorated with 3,700 kg of gold. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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